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2024
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Yoder, Abram David
August 12, 2024 - August 13, 2024
Abram David Yoder, infant son of Elmer L. and Jolene M. (Hostetler) Yoder, of Millersburg (district: 34-5), was born at 6:36 pm on Monday, August 12, 2024 and passed away at 1:40 pm on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka. He lived for 19 hours and 4 minutes.
Survivors in addition to his parents are a sister, Mandi Kate Yoder at home; grandparents, Arlin and MaryAnn Yoder and David and Barbara Hostetler all of Millersburg; a great-grandmother, Miriam Bontrager of Wolcottville; great-grandparents, Elmer and Marilyn Miller of Goshen and Elmer and Alice Yoder of Millersburg.
Visitation will be from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm on Thursday, August 15, at the family's residence, 4960 S. 1000 W., Millersburg. Funeral services will be at 3:00 pm on Thursday, August 15, also at the family's residence. Services will be conducted by the home ministers of the Old Order Amish Church. Burial will be in Hawpatch Cemetery, Topeka.
Yoder, Albert J.
January 7, 1945 - October 4, 2024
Albert J. Yoder of Abbeville, SC went home to be with the Lord Friday evening, October 4, 2024, following a sudden illness. Born in Walnut Creek, Ohio, he was the son of the late Jacob and Orpha Troyer Yoder.
On January 31, 1970, Albert married Marie Overholt Yoder in Hartville, Ohio. He was a member of Bethel Mennonite Chapel of Due West, SC. Albert worked with his two sons in Custom Home Building, and helped manage a peach business with his wife, sons, and grandchildren, in Berlin, Ohio. Albert loved God, and had a passion for truth, and passing truth on to future generations. He never met a stranger and found great fulfillment in helping others, especially those who were often overlooked. Albert loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren, as well as his horses. You would often see him riding his horse and cart down the road on a Sunday afternoon.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother James (Ruth) Yoder and brother-in-law, Andy (Edith) Mullet.
Albert is survived by his wife of 54 years, Marie, and their four children, Wendy Thomas (Tim) of Pickens, SC, Brenda Yoder Beiler of Hendersonville, NC, Jason Yoder (Carol) of Abbeville, SC, and Darrell Yoder (Monica) of Abbeville, SC; sixteen grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and six siblings, Edith (Andy) Mullet, Edwin (Marylou) Yoder, Robert (Cindy) Yoder, Fran (Ivan) Miller, Sarah (Vernon) Miller, and Hannah (Tom) Bitticker.
The family will received friends from 2:00PM - 4:00PM and 6:00PM - 8:00PM, Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at Cold Springs Mennonite Church, 226 Cold Springs Church Rd. Abbeville, SC 29620. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, 10:00AM, at Cold Springs Mennonite Church. Burial followed in The Lighthouse Cemetery.
A message of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting www.harrisfuneral.com.
Harris Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Abbeville is assisting the Yoder family.
Yoder, Albert Ray
September 5, 1930 - July 8, 2024
Albert Ray Yoder, age 93 of Bourbon, IN, died at 2:09 pm on Monday, July 8, 2024 at his residence. He was born on September 5, 1930 in Sugar Creek, OH to William and Susan (Pfister) Yoder. Albert moved to Indiana from Ohio in 1957 and on October 17, 1957 he married Ruby J. Borkholder in Nappanee. She preceded him in death on June 9, 2019.
Albert was a member of the Old Order Amish Church and spent his life working on the farm.
He is survived by 5 sons: John Earl (Sue) Yoder of Nappanee, Wayne (Emma) Yoder of Bourbon, Robert Yoder of Bremen, IN, Mark (Sandra) Yoder of Trout Creek, MT, and Daniel (Doris) Yoder of Bremen; 2 daughters: Sarah (Lonnie) Kauffman of Nappanee and Rosemary (Arlyn) Yoder of Etna Green, IN; 51 grandchildren; 72 great grandchildren; 4 brothers: Robert Yoder of Walnut Creek, OH, Monroe (Sue) Yoder of Sugar Creek, OH, Aden Yoder of Tuscan, AZ, and Roman (Joyce) Yoder of New Philadelphia, OH ; and 1 sister, Emma Troyer of Mt. Hope, OH.
Albert was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ruby Yoder; son, Paul Leroy Yoder; daughter-in-law, Esther Yoder; brother, Daniel Yoder; 3 sisters: Amanda Keim, Elva Firebaugh, and Clara Yoder; 4 brothers-in-law: Wayne Firebaugh, Eli Yoder, Dan Keim, and Levi Troyer; 3 Sisters-in-law, Anna Yoder, Liz Yoder, and Mattie Yoder.
Visitation will be held after 2 pm on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 and all-day Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at the family residence (6066 Beech Road, Bourbon, IN). A funeral service will begin at 9:30 am on Thursday, July 11, 2024, also at the family residence. Home ministries of the Old Order Amish Church will officiate and burial will take place at Weldy Cemetery, Nappanee. Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.
Yoder, Alvin E.
October 1, 1958 - April 2, 2024
Alvin E. Yoder, 65, of LaGrange, (district: 12-2), passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at 3:40 pm on Tuesday, April 2, [2024] following a brief battle with cancer. He was born on October 1, 1958, in LaGrange County, to Elmer T. and Ida T. (Miller) Yoder. On April 22, 1982, in Topeka, he married Amanda Sue Beechy, she survives.
Survivors in addition to his wife are 11 children, Marilyn (Nelson) Graber, Ruby Yoder both of Lagrange, Daniel (Ruby) Yoder of Ligonier, Kenneth Yoder of LaGrange, Ida Anna (Levi) Bontrager of Wolcottville, Harley (LaVera) Yoder of LaGrange, Norman (Nettie) Yoder of Ligonier, Martin (Sarah) Yoder, Karen (David) Miller both of LaGrange, Mary Sue (Sam) Bontrager of Shipshewana, Ervin Ray (Lorene) Yoder of LaGrange; 34 grandchildren; stepfather, Daniel S. Bontrager of LaGrange; six brothers, Freeman (Edna) Yoder, Toby (Vera) Yoder both of LaGrange, Orva (Miriam) Yoder of Rexford, MT, Ervin (Edna Sue) Yoder, Daniel (Ada) Yoder both of Topeka, David (Leah) Yoder of LaGrange; sister, Irene (Raymond) Mullett of Goshen.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Henry Yoder; grandson, Jaymar Bontrager.
Alvin was a woodworker and a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Wednesday, April 3 and all-day Thursday, April 4 at the family residence, 4435 S. 300 W., LaGrange. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Friday, April 5 also at the family residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Floyd Yoder and the home ministers. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, LaGrange. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is handling the arrangements.
Yoder, Angelyn Faith
June 7, 2024 - June 7, 2024
Angelyn Faith Yoder, stillborn daughter of Jonathan and Ruth (Wingard) Yoder of Middlebury (district: 59-2), was delivered at 11:07 pm, on Friday, June 7 [2024] at Goshen Hospital.
Surviving in addition to her parents are grandparents, Howard and Wilma Yoder of Middlebury, John and Sara Wingard of Topeka; great-grandparents, Lonnie and Tressie Lambright of Shipshewana.
She was preceded in death by her great-grandparents, Harry and Sara Yoder, Katie Lambright, Joseph and Nora Wingard, Nathaniel and Mary Miller.
Visitation will be from 2:00 to 3:00 pm on Sunday, June 9 at the Stephen Yoder residence, 0805 S. 1075 W., Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 3:00 pm on Sunday, June 9 also at the Stephen Yoder residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Mervin A. Schrock and the home ministers. Burial will be in Bontrager Cemetery, Middlebury.
Yoder, Carolyn Frances Yoder
March 23, 1939 - February 26, 2024
Carolyn Frances Yoder, age 84 of Goshen, IN, went to be with her Lord and Savior at 4:38 am on Monday morning, February 26, 2024 at Goshen Hospital. Carolyn was born on March 23, 1939 in Elkhart, IN to Dale and Gladys (Buzzard) Yoder.
She was baptized on May 2, 1947 at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church and she was a 1957 graduate of Wakarusa High School. She served 2 years of voluntary service at Froh Brothers Homestead in Sturgis, MI, where she met Glenn Yoder on a blind date. On September 20, 1959 the two were married at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church in a service officiated by Rev. Peter B. Wiebe and Rev. D.A. Yoder. Glenn preceded her in death on November 29, 2019 after 60 years of marriage.
Carolyn lived her entire life in the Wakarusa area before moving to Goshen in 2007. She worked at Raymonds Restaurant in Wakarusa, Wakarusa Medical Clinic for Drs. Abel, Guttman and Miller, and then for Dr. Burden’s Dentistry in Goshen, from which she retired.
She was a lifelong member of Yellow Creek Mennonite Church where she taught Sunday School and volunteered in many capacities. She helped establish the church’s memorial garden and was a member of the Rook Club. Carolyn enjoyed listening to Southern Gospel Music, especially the Legacy 5 quartet. She loved Christmas and her decorations were legendary. She was active for many years in the Wakarusa Christmas Walk. Carolyn loved to entertain and cook. Her home was host to many meals and her hospitality will be remembered by many. She also enjoyed gardening. Most of all, Carolyn loved her family. She cherished her time with them and especially cherished her grandchildren, traveling near and far to attend all their sporting events and other activities.
Carolyn is survived by her two children: daughter, Diane (Mike) Glick of Goshen and son, Rick (Shelley) Yoder of Wakarusa; 3 grandsons: Derek (Karley) Yoder of Mishawaka, IN, Reid (fiancé, Madi Asbell) Yoder of Indianapolis, IN, and Connor Glick of Goshen; brother, Don (Bea) Yoder of Elkhart sister-in-law, Birdena Bollenbacher of Wakarusa; and many nieces and nephews.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents; husband; grandson Cody Glick; and brother Lester “Dutch” Yoder.
Visitation will be held from 3-8 pm on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church and from 10-11 am on Monday, March 4, 2024 also at the church. Burial will take place at 11 am at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church Cemetery and a funeral service will follow at 11:30 pm in the church sanctuary. Rev. Wes Bontreger of Yellow Creek Mennonite Church will officiate. Memorial contributions in Carolyn’s name can be given to Yellow Creek Mennonite Church or The Center, Nappanee.
Yoder, Earl Lee
June 10, 1946 - May 3, 2024
Earl Lee Yoder, age 77 of Nappanee, IN, died at 7:50 pm on Friday, May 3, 2024 at St. Vincents Hospital, Indianapolis, IN. Earl was born on June 10, 1946 in Bremen, IN to Jospeh J and Amelia (Schmucker) Yoder. On December 18, 1964 Earl married Kathryn Stutzman in Nappanee.
Earl lived his whole life in the Nappanee area and was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Earl is survived by his wife of over 59 years, Kathryn Yoder of Nappanee; 6 children: Ray (Elizabeth) Yoder of Nappanee, Brian (Angela) Yoder of Bourbon, IN, Wade (Cheryl) Yoder of Nappanee, Bonnie (Lester) Plank of Nappanee, James (Jolene) Yoder of Nappanee, and Sherry (Glen) Detweiler of Middlebury, IN; 15 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; 4 siblings: Etta Ferne (Dan) Gingerich of Belle Center, OH, Katie Miller of Browerville, GA; Raymond (Janice) Yoder of Goshen, IN, and Everett (Polly Anna) Yoder of Rushsylvania, OH.
Earl was preceded in death by his parents; siblings: Ernest Yoder, Fannie Zehr, and Lizzie Yoder; brothers-in-law: Gilbert Miller, Olen Miller, David Zehr, and Glen Yoder; and a sister-in-law Mary Yoder.
Visitation will be held all day, Monday, May 6, 2024 at the Wade Yoder Residence (71594 CR 100, Nappanee, IN 46550). A funeral service will be held at 9:30 am, Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at the Merle Bender Residence (30264 CR 52, Nappanee, IN 46550). Home Ministries of the Old Order Amish Church will officiate and burial will take place at Weldy Cemetery, Nappanee.
Yoder, Elsie H. Graber
December 24, 1940 - June 1, 2024
Elsie H. Yoder, 83, of LaGrange (district: 13-4), died at 12:20 pm on Saturday, June 1, [2024] at her residence. She was born on December 24, 1940, in Middlebury, to Henry F. and Emma (Miller) Graber. On May 30, 1963, in Shipshewana, she married Fred W. Yoder, he survives.
Survivors in addition to her husband are six daughters, Ruby Fern (Elmer) Fry of Topeka, Sara Sue (Vernon) Bontrager of Markesan, WI, Ruth Ann (Orla Wayne) Bontrager of LaGrange, Mary Etta (Ernest Lee) Mast of LaGrange, Emma Arlene (Alan) Yoder of Shipshewana, Laura Mae (Larry) Borkholder of LaGrange; four sons, Ferman Jay (Vera Mae) Yoder of LaGrange, Ernest Lee (Esther S.) Yoder of Rome City, Mervin Ray (Ruth Ann) Yoder of LaGrange, Orva F. (Naomi J.) Yoder of Wolcottville; 66 grandchildren; 83 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Ruby (Elvie) Yoder of Topeka, Fannie (Jacob) Eash of Topeka, Edna (Freeman) Bontrager of Hillsboro, WI; five brothers, Elmer (Pauline) Graber of Bloomfield, IA, Amos (Brenda) Graber of North Richland Hills, TX, Harley (Marsha) Graber of Sedro Woolley, WA, Ernest Graber of Hillsboro, WI, Orva (Ida) Graber of Shipshewana.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two grandsons; four great-grandchildren; sister, Anna Ruth Bontrager; brother-in-law, Abe Bontrager; sister-in-law, Wilma Graber.
Elsie was a homemaker and member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Sunday, June 2, and all-day Monday, June 3, at the family residence: 0170 S 300 E, LaGrange. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Tuesday, June 4, also at the family residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop David Miller and the home ministers. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, LaGrange. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, in Middlebury, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Yoder, Erma Lou
July 10, 1929 - October 1, 2024
Erma Lou Yoder, 95, passed away on Tues., Oct. 1, [2024] at her residence.
Erma Lou was born in Thurman, Colorado on July 10, 1929, to Joseph and Belva (Stutzman) Yoder.
The family moved to a farm near Wellman, Iowa, in 1935. Erma attended a one-room school for first through eighth grades and graduated from Wellman High School in 1947. She was in the last class to take “Normal Training” during her junior and senior years of high school, which qualified her to teach 2 years in country schools following graduation. She was an active member of a group of young women from her church, several of whom also took the “Normal Training” classes and taught in rural one-room schools at the same time as Erma. Those years of teaching helped these women form lifelong friendships.
Erma loved being a teacher and wanted to have more teacher education, so left Iowa and graduated from Goshen College in Indiana in 1954 with BS degree in education. When the state of Indiana required teachers to earn a master’s degree, Erma enrolled at the University of Colorado at Greeley where she earned her master’s in education. Her teaching career in the Wa-Nee Community Schools in elementary and middle school spanned more than forty years.
Erma was an avid reader until her failing eyesight forced her to begin listening to books. She enjoyed traveling and visited numerous foreign countries, often in the company of her teacher friends. After her retirement from teaching, a group of fellow teachers began weekly lunches each Wednesday. They explored local restaurants, and when Erma’s health required her to stay in her Greencroft apartment, her friends brought lunch in to her. Those Wednesday visits were the highlight of her week, and they continued after her broken hip and surgery that necessitated her move to health care.
Erma and her sister Florence lived together and cared for their parents until their deaths. During those years, they often invited college students into their home. They enjoyed backyard picnics, games, and dinners together. Often there was a student laundry being done at the same time. Erma was a loyal friend, and when her friends from a distance sent their children to Goshen College, Erma and Flo became their home away from home. Erma enjoyed laughter, a good joke, and exploring unknown areas. Her lasting friendships extended to the children and even grandchildren of friends and family from her earlier life.
Erma was a member of Wellman Mennonite Church in Iowa and College Mennonite Church in Goshen.
Erma was the last in a close-knit family of thirty-three cousins, eighteen of whom were double cousins. Erma was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Florence in 2021, and four siblings, Blanche, Vera, Robert, and Ray, all of whom were killed in the August 10, 1924 tornado in Thurman, Colorado.
A private inurnment will take place on October 16, in Violett Cemetery, followed by a memorial service at College Mennonite Church beginning at 11:30 a.m.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Goshen College or to College Mennonite Church.
Yoder, Ernest W.
October 23, 1930 - September 28, 2024
Ernest W. Yoder, 93, of Middlebury, (district: 57), died at 10:30 am, on Saturday, September 28, [2024] at his residence. He was born on October 23, 1930, in Middlebury, to William D. and Katie Ann (Yoder) Yoder. On January 26, 1956, in Middlebury he married Anna Mae Mast, she died December 18, 2019.
Surviving are five sons, Gaylord (Miriam Miller) Yoder of Shipshewana, Merlin (Dorothy Schmucker) Yoder of Nappanee, Orla (Marlene Bontrager) Yoder of Shipshewana, Marion (Laverta Weaver) Yoder of Middlebury, and Wayne (Lena Frey) Yoder of Topeka; one daughter, SuEtta (Ernie) Kuhns of Etna Green; 39 grandchildren, 64 great-grandchildren; four brothers, Daniel (Mary) Yoder of Middlebury, Perry (Verda) Yoder of Goshen, Melvin (Vera) Yoder of Middlebury, and Mervin (Phyllis) Yoder of Topeka; two sisters, Polly (Mose) Yoder of Clare, MI and Mattie (Ezra) Graber of LaGrange; three brothers-in-law, Joni Schwartz of Berne, Henry Miller of LaGrange, and Orlie Lambright of Topeka.
He was preceded in death by his wife, infant son Glen David Yoder, parents, stepmother, Elizabeth (Bontrager) Yoder, six brothers, Monroe (Clara), Roman (Fannie), Joe, William, infant brother David, and Samuel (Elizabeth) Yoder, three sisters, Edna Miller, Mary Lambright, and Ida Schwartz.
Ernest was a farmer and a member of the Old Order Amish Church where he retired as senior Bishop. After retirement he enjoyed his time working at the Essenhaus.
Visitation will be after 1:00 pm on Sunday, September 29, and all-day Monday, September 30, at the family's residence; 10668 Co Rd 16, Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Tuesday, October 1, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Norman Lehman and the home ministers. Burial will be in Mast Cemetery, Middlebury.
Yoder, Helen Jean Kandel
September 28, 1928 - August 30, 2024
Helen Jean (Kandel) Yoder went home to be with Jesus on Friday, August 30, 2024. She was 95 years old.
Helen was born September 28, 1928 in Millersburg, Ohio to Abe and Amanda (Miller) Kandel. She graduated from Berlin High School, Berlin, Ohio in 1947 and went on to attend Goshen College, Goshen, IN.
On June 23, 1950 she married Aden J. Yoder in Millersburg, Ohio. She was a homemaker and faithful helpmate to her husband as he pastored churches in Ohio, Illinois and Indiana. They celebrated 72 years of marriage prior to his death April 4, 2023.
Helen enjoyed teaching Sunday School, Bible School and even Pre-school at Sonshine Daycare when she was 70 years old. She also enjoyed quilting, reading, crocheting, and gardening. She worked in food service at Greencroft for several years, was a 4-H advisor and enjoyed the company of her grandchildren whenever possible. Her family will remember many delicious meals around her table.
She is survived by daughter, Cheryl (Art Neuenschwander), of Orville, Ohio; son, Steve (Randa Moyer Hendricks) of Harrisonburg, Virginia; daughter, Twila (Dean Eshleman) of Middlebury, Indiana; and son, Tim (Jane Grove), of Goshen, Indiana; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Sue Yoder, of Millersburg, Ohio.
Along with her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Vera Weaver, Apple Creek, Ohio, and brothers, Olen of Fisher, Illinois and Eli of Berlin, Ohio.
Visitation will be Friday, September 13, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Clinton Frame Church, 63846 C.R. 35, Goshen.
An 11 a.m. memorial service will be held Saturday, September 14, also at the church. Her grandson Matt Yoder will officiate.
Private burial will take place prior to the memorial service at Clinton Frame Cemetery.
Memorial gifts may be directed to Mennonite Central Committee.
Yoder, Helen Louise Hochstedler
February 10, 1932 - January 16, 2024
Helen Louise Yoder, 91, of New Paris, passed away peacefully at her son’s home Tuesday, January 16th. [2024]
She was born to Willis and Nona (Helmuth) Hochstedler at home on the dairy farm in Vermont, Indiana on February 10, 1932.
She graduated from Clay High School in 1950. Helen married the love of her life, Weldon Lee Yoder, on her 19th birthday, February 10, 1951 in her family home. Weldon passed away August 5, 2004.
Helen is survived by her two sons, Kenton (Catherine) Yoder and Terrill (Cindy) Yoder, both of New Paris. Helen loved her 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren: Jessica & Jonathan Stauffer (Caleb, Elliott, Lincoln), New Paris; David & Stephanie Yoder (Theodore, Eleanor, Caroline, Maxwell), Wakarusa; Jodi & Brian Kauffman (Jaymison, Natasha, Derrik, Quinton) LaBorie, Grenada; Chad & Laura Yoder, Goshen; Michael & Katrina Yoder, New Paris; Nikita Yoder, Goshen; Jessie Yoder, Goshen; Amanda & Peyton Bontrager (Tobias), Goshen; Jordan & Lauren Yoder, Goshen; and Elizabeth Yoder, Liberty, Kentucky.
Helen is also survived by her sisters-in law: Florence Hochstedler, Goshen; Catherine Yoder, Kokomo, Indiana; and Pat Hochstedler, Greentown, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and three brothers, Walter, Willard, and Wilbur Gene Hochstedler.
Weldon and Helen spent two years in 1W service in Indianapolis, then eventually settled next to Weldon’s parents, helping on the family farm in Akron, Indiana. In 1975 they moved just outside New Paris, Indiana. Helen was a hard worker, tending a large garden, helping in the family model tractor business, and faithfully participating in the Primary Sunday School and women’s sewing of Salem Mennonite Church. She was a member at Salem more than 60 years.
Helen especially enjoyed bluegrass music along with Weldon. She played the upright bass and autoharp for The Gospel Enlighteners and Jubilee Road singing groups. She also played the organ. Helen loved to put together puzzles and play all kinds of table games. At 91, she was still a formidable opponent in word games. For many years, the highlight of her social life was weekly game nights with the Game Ladies, a group of widowed friends. She also enjoyed sewing, making dozens of comforters for relief work and quilts for all her grandchildren.
All who knew Helen will cherish the memory of her faithful, loving, and serving spirit. She will be greatly missed.
Visitation will be Monday, January 22 at Yoder-Culp funeral Home from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 23, at Salem Mennonite Church, New Paris with visitation one hour before. Her son, Terrill Yoder, and the Salem ministry team will officiate.
Burial will follow in the Salem Mennonite Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be given to the Salem Mennonite Church Sewing or Olive Branch Mennonite Missions.
Yoder, James E.
January 9, 1942 - June 15, 2024
James E. Yoder, 82, a resident of Mohnton, formerly of Intercourse, passed away at home on Tuesday, June 15, 2024. He was the husband of the late Ruth E. Good Yoder who died in 2020. Born in Meyersdale, Somerset County, PA he was the son of the late Irvin and Salome Bontrager Yoder.
Jim retired from Tyson Foods where he had been employed for over 40 years. He had also been the custodian at Ridgeview Mennonite church for 33 years. He was a member of Petra Church and enjoyed serving people.
Surviving is a son, Gordon husband of Brenda Carrasco Yoder of Mohnton; two grandchildren, Harrison and Violet Yoder; two sisters, Marietta wife of William Farlow of Seville, OH, and Marlene wife of Jacob Tice of Kenton, DE; two brothers, Jason Yoder of Cleveland Heights, OH and Joseph Yoder of Grantsville, MD.
A Service Celebrating Jim's Life will be held on Monday, July 1, at 10:30 A.M. at Petra Church, 565 Airport Road, New Holland, PA. Friends may greet the family at the church on Monday from 9:30 A.M. until the time of the service. Interment in Petra Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jim's memory may be made to Mennonite Disaster Service, 583 Airport Road, Lititz, PA 17543. To send an online condolence to the family, visit www.GroffEckenroth.com Arrangements by the Groff High Funeral Home, New Holland, PA
Yoder, Jonas E.
July 21, 1934 - September 27, 2024
Jonas E. Yoder, 90, of Goshen, (district: 63), died at 6:14 pm, on Friday, September 27, [2024] at his residence. He was born on July 21, 1934, in Thomas, OK, to Ezra J. and Jemima (Mullet) Yoder. On March 22, 1956, in LaGrange he married Wilma J. Bontrager, she died January 12, 2022.
Surviving are seven children, Kathryn Yoder of Millersburg, Larry (Edna) Yoder of Millersburg, Ben (Dorothy) Yoder of Middlebury, Dorothy (Merle) Yoder of Topeka, Wilbur Yoder of Washington, PA, Edna (Devon) Slabach of Goshen, and Vernon (Ina) Yoder of Wolcottville; 25 grandchildren, 52 great-grandchildren; sister, Lena Miller of LaGrange; brother, Ezra Jr. (Fern) Yoder of Hutchinson, KS.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, daughter-in-law, Ruby Mae Yoder, five grandchildren, brothers, Andy (Clara) Yoder and Benedict (Elizabeth) Yoder, sisters, Alma (Noah) Hershberger and Katie (Eli) Hershberger, brother-in-law, Jacob W. Miller.
Jonas was a farmer and a member of the Old Order Amish Church. He also had worked at Jayco in the maintenance department for 12 years as well as the Essenhaus Bakery, where he retired in 2012.
Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Saturday, September 28, and all-day Sunday, September 29, at the Darin Slabach residence: 11350 CR 34, Goshen. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Monday, September 30, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Perry Jr. Wingard and the home ministers. Burial will be in Southeast Clinton Cemetery, Goshen.
Yoder, Justin Ross
November 9, 1986 - September 15, 2024
Justin Ross Yoder, 37, loving husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend, died unexpectedly on Sunday, September 15th, [2024] at Parkview Regional Medical Center following a tragic car accident. His loss has left his family and friends heartbroken.
Born on November 9, 1986, in Goshen to Myron R. and Sheila (Stopher) Yoder, Justin came into the world with Spina Bifida, a condition that shaped his life's journey. His health challenges required frequent visits to area hospitals, and he used a wheelchair for mobility. Despite these challenges, Justin lived a life rich in love and joy.
Justin graduated from Bethany Christian High School in 2005 and later attended Goshen College, where he studied American Sign Language. He found his calling as a sign language interpreter, a career that allowed him to work with others in a deeply meaningful way.
One of the greatest joys of Justin’s life was marrying his wife, Stephanie (Freed), of Quakertown PA, on October 15, 2011. Over their 13 years together, they created countless memories traveling, fishing, visiting family in Pennsylvania, and sharing their home with two beloved dogs and two “tolerable” cats. Steph was by Justin’s side through all of life’s ups and downs, including his hospital stays, offering constant love and support.
Justin was a cherished member of an extended family, who he loved deeply. Family gatherings were a highlight of his life, and despite the challenges of inaccessible environments, he never missed his nieces' and nephews’ soccer games or other family events. A great joy was being Uncle Justin to his 6 nephews and 2 nieces; Lewis, Elliot, and Ava Yoder, Henry and Leo Freed, Rowan, Ashton and Summer Freed. He is survived by many loving family members, including his extraordinary older brother Seth (Sarah) Yoder, and Great Uncle Larry and Great Aunt Jan Yoder. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Ralph and Pauline Yoder Kauffman (step-grandfather Leroy Kauffman), Wayne and Ruby Stopher and Uncle Tim Stopher and Aunt Yvonne Stopher.
An unexpected highlight in Justin’s life was his involvement in Soap Box Derby racing. Thanks to the support of his church and family, Justin became the first person with a disability to compete in the All-American Soap Box Derby. His story of determination and triumph was later captured in the Disney Channel movie, Miracle in Lane 2, released in 2000.
As an active member of College Mennonite Church, Justin demonstrated his love for God by assisting with children and youth ministries. He warmly welcomed everyone to find their place in God's family, embodying the spirit of inclusivity and faith.
Justin's life was a testament to resilience, joy, and the power of community. Though his journey was not without challenges, his legacy of love and perseverance will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know him.
Justin’s life will be celebrated with a time of visitation Friday, September 27, 2:00 – 5:00 and 6:00 – 8:00 and again Saturday Sept 28, at 9:30 followed by a 10:30 funeral, all taking place at College Mennonite Church.
Instead of flowers, donations may be given to Turnstone Center for Adults and Children with Disabilities (3320 N. Clinton St., Fort Wayne, IN 46805) and Anabaptist Disabilities Network (3145 Benham Avenue, Suite 5, Elkhart, IN 46517-1970).
Yoder, LaVerda
February 7, 1976 - February 24, 2024
LaVerda Yoder, 48 years and 17 days of rural Arthur, Illinois passed away at 6:35 A.M. on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at her residence.
Funeral services will be held at 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at the HCK West Building, Arthur, Illinois (1 mile south of Arthur). Bishop Matthew Miller will officiate. Burial will be in the Yoder Cemetery in rural Arthur, Illinois.
Visitation will be held any time after 1:00 P.M. on Sunday, February 25, 2024, and any time after 10:00 A.M. on Monday, February 26, 2024, all at the HCK West Building. The Edwards Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
LaVerda was born on February 7, 1976, in Decatur, Illinois, a daughter of Wilmer J. and Ella J. (Herschberger) Yoder.
She is survived by her mother, Ella Yoder of rural Arthur, IL, five siblings, Duane Yoder and his wife Wilma Arlene (Chupp) of rural Arcola, IL, Steven Yoder of Atwood, IL, Wilbur Yoder and his wife Barbara (Kauffman) of rural Arthur, IL, Jeffery Yoder and his wife Rosetta Faye (Schrock) of rural Arthur, IL, and JoEllen Jess and her husband David Lynn of rural Arthur, IL; twelve nephews, six nieces and two great-nephews, as well as many uncles, aunts, and friends.
LaVerda was preceded in death by her father, Wilmer J. Yoder, her grandparents, Joe D. and Amanda E. (Otto) Yoder, and Joas A. and Barbara M. (Schrock) Herschberger, one aunt, Verna Herschberger, one uncle, Milton J. Yoder and an uncle-in-law Levi Mast.
LaVerda was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Yoder, Margaret J. Yoder
July 18, 1951 - December 4, 2024
Margaret J. Yoder, 73, of Millersburg, (district: 63-1), died at 6:42 pm on Wednesday, December 4, [2024] at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born on July 18, 1951, in LaGrange, to Jacob and Emma (Barkman) Yoder. On June 4, 1980, in LaGrange she married Jonas Lamar Yoder, he survives.
Survivors in addition to her husband are four daughters, Waneta (David) Bontrager of Middlebury, Ruth (Toby) Yoder, Rose (Lynn) Miller, and Sarah (Joe) Miller all of Millersburg; two sons, Arlin (Diane) Yoder of Middlebury, and Alvin (Rosie) Yoder of Goshen; 22 grandchildren; seven brothers, Alvin (Miriam) Yoder, Freeman (Susie) Yoder, Martin (Mary) Yoder all of Middlebury, Amos (Rachel) Yoder of LaGrange, Harvey (Rachel) Yoder of Ligonier, Jacob, Jr. (Barbara) Yoder of LaGrange, Paul (Rosetta) Yoder of Ligonier; three sisters, Esther (Samuel, dec.) Yoder of Shipshewana, LeAnna (Chris) Miller of Topeka, Rosetta (Jerry) Miller of LaGrange.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Leon Jay Yoder; a brother, Samuel (Arlene) Yoder of LaGrange; a sister, Magdalena Yoder.
Margaret was a homemaker and member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Friday, December 6, and all day Saturday, December 7, at the Lynn Miller residence, 65653 E. County Line Rd., Millersburg. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Sunday, December 8, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Marlin Hochstetler and the home ministers. Burial will be in Scott-Seybert Cemetery, Shipshewana. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury is in charge of arrangements.
Yoder, Marilyn S. Kemp
September 29, 1959 - April 25, 2024
Marilyn S. (Kemp) Yoder, of Nappanee, age 64 years, 6 months, 27 days, passed away peacefully at 12:08 p.m., on April 25, 2024, from neck injuries resulting from a fall. She was born on September 29, 1959 to Daniel E. and Clara Mae (Miller) Kemp. She was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
On November 14, 1979 she married Richard L. Yoder. They lived in Holy Matrimony, 44 years, 5 months, 11 days. To this union were born 6 children, Velda (Toby) Troyer, Clara (Joseph) Borkholder, both of Nappanee, Dana (Sarah) Yoder, of Milford, John (Wilma) Yoder, of Goshen, Darleen (Lyle) Miller, of Ligonier, James (Makayla) Yoder, of Milford; 32 grandchildren; siblings, Arlene (Walter) Schwartz, of Etna Green, Marvin (Loretta) Kemp, Harvey (Barbara) Kemp, Eva Burkholder, Wilma Mast, Raymond (Judy) Kemp, Melvin (Gayle) Kemp, all of Nappanee; sister-in-law, Sarah (Atlee) Stutzman, of Jamesport, Missouri.
She was preceded in death by her parents; In-laws, Levi and Susan (Frye) Yoder; brother, Eldon Kemp; 2 brother-in-law’s, Walter Jr. Burkholder, Tim Mast; a sister-in-law, Fannie Yoder and 2 nephews.
Visitation will be after 3 p.m., Friday, April 26, 2024 and all day Saturday, April 27th at the family residence (8232 W 1050 N, Nappanee). Funeral services will begin at 9:30 a.m., Sunday, April 28th at the Elmer Miller Residence (7655 W 1050 N, Nappanee). Home Ministry of the Old Order Amish Church will officiate. Burial will follow in Graber cemetery. Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.
Yoder, Martin R.
September 22, 1948 - July 11, 2024
Martin R. Yoder, 75, of LaGrange (district: 17), died on Thursday, July 11, [2024] at 8:20 am at his residence. He was born on September 22, 1948 in Middlebury to Andrew and Elva (Miller) Yoder. On September 24, 1970 in LaGrange he married Lizzie Ann Miller, she survives.
Survivors in addition to his wife are a son, Wayne (Marilyn) Yoder of Rome City; five daughters, Christina (Junior) Raber of Shipshewana, Waneta (Marion) Miller of Topeka, Naomi (Mahlon) Yoder of LaGrange, Marilyn (David) Lambright of Topeka, Ruth (Richard) Miller of Topeka; 40 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren; six brothers, Gerald (Wilma) Yoder of Topeka, Eugene (Dorothy) Yoder of Topeka, John (Ruth) Yoder of Middlebury, Larry (Martha) Yoder of Middlebury, David Yoder of Topeka, Glen (Marietta) Yoder of Middlebury; five sisters, Esther (Sam) Borkholder of Middlebury, Edith (Cornelius) Fehr of White Pigeon, MI, Linda (Calvin) Hochstetler of White Pigeon, MI, Mary (Dan) Yoder of Shipshewana, Barbara (Yonie) King of Middlebury; sister-in-law, Clara (Raymond) Yoder of Topeka.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Merle Yoder; a brother-in-law, Marion Yoder.
He was a farmer and retired Bishop in the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Friday, July 12, and all day Saturday, July 13, at the family's residence 2285 W 350 S, LaGrange. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Sunday, July 14, at Marlon Miller's residence 2320 W 350 S, LaGrange. Services will be conducted by Bishop Wayne V. Miller and the home ministers. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, LaGrange. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury is handling the arrangements.
Yoder, Mary Alice Hochstetler
July 23, 1960 - August 3, 2024
Mary Alice Yoder, 64, of Shipshewana, (district: 35-2), died unexpectedly at 4:10 am on Saturday, August 3, [2024] at her residence. She was born on July 23, 1960, in LaGrange, to Lester C. and Clara E. (Miller) Hochstetler. On October 10, 1979, in Wolcottville, she married Ernest Jay Yoder, he survives.
Survivors in addition to her husband are nine children, Elmer (Amanda) Yoder of Shipshewana, LaVern (Karen) Yoder, Devon (Elaine) Yoder both of Topeka, Darlene (LaVon) Hostetler of Shipshewana, Clara (Jeryl) Miller of Topeka, Ervin (Dorothy) Yoder of Shipshewana, Carolyn (LeeAndrew) Eash of Ligonier, Kenneth (Carolyn) Yoder, Dora Yoder both of Shipshewana; 35 grandchildren; her parents, Lester and Clara Hochstetler of Wolcottville; four brothers, Wilbur (LaVera) Hochstetler of Topeka, Freeman (Rosemary) Hochstetler of Wolcottville, Glen (Barbara) Hochstetler of Millersburg, Mervin (Marilyn) Hochstetler of Shipshewana; two sisters, Martha (Phil) Lambright of Wolcottville, Elsie (Larry) Bontrager of Millersburg.
She was preceded in death by a son, David Jay Yoder and a brother, Ervin Hochstetler.
Mary Alice was a homemaker and a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 1:00 pm on Sunday, August 4 and all-day Monday, August 5 at the family residence, 2270 S. 1000 W., Shipshewana. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Tuesday, August 6 also at the family residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Wilbur J. Yoder and the home ministers. Burial will be in the Yoder Family Cemetery, Middlebury.
Yoder, Mary Miller
March 10, 1938 - January 28, 2024
Mary (Miller) Yoder, 85 years 10 months and 18 days of rural Arcola, Illinois passed away at 1:20 P.M. on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at her residence.
Funeral services will be held at 9:00 A.M. on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at the HCK West Building, Arthur, Illinois. Bishop David J. Otto will officiate. Burial will be in the Yoder Cemetery in rural Arthur, Illinois.
Visitation will be any time after 2:00 P.M. on Monday, January 29, 2024 and any time after 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 all at the HCK West Building. The Edwards Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
Mary was born on March 10, 1938. She was a daughter of Levi G. and Carrie (Kauffman) Miller. She married Edwin J. Yoder on April 21, 1978. He passed away on October 3, 2009.
Leaves to mourn her departure are four children; Mary Hostetler and her husband Ervin of Arcola, IL, Irene Yoder of Arcola, IL, Howard Yoder and his wife Marcia (Schrock) of Arthur, IL, and Carol Gingerich and her husband Jonathan of Arcola, IL; twelve grandchildren, twelve step-grandchildren, twenty-five great-grandchildren, fifty-eight step-great-grandchildren, five step-great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Lela Reynolds of Arthur, IL and one brother-in-law, Jerry Kuhns of Arthur, IL.
Mary was preceded in death by, her husband Edwin, her parents, Levi and Carrie Miller, two brothers, Eli William Miller and Harvey Miller and two sisters, Fannie Bontrager and Lizzie Ann Kuhns.
Mary was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Yoder, Natalie Jane
June 20, 2010 - May 17, 2024
Natalie Jane Yoder, 13, of LaGrange, (district: 39-2), died at 1:35 pm on Friday, May 17, 2024 at her residence. One of God's special children, she was born on June 20, 2010, in Wolcottville to Michael and Betty (Lehman) Yoder.
Surviving in addition to her parents are four sisters, Kristen Rose, Makayla DiAnn, Briann Ranae and Deann Lanae Yoder, all at home; grandparents, LaVern and Marilou Yoder of LaGrange, and Ernest and LuElla Lehman of Ligonier; great grandparents, Wilbur and Amanda Yoder of LaGrange, Mose and Katie Miller of Shipshewana, and Wilbur and Barbara Yoder of Topeka.
She was preceded in death by her great grandparents, Ervin and Lydia Mae Lehman.
Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 18, and all day Sunday, May 19, at the LaVern Yoder residence, 0390 N. 700 W. LaGrange. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Monday, May 20, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop David Weaver and the home ministers. Burial will be in Yoder Cemetery, Shipshewana.
Yoder, Robert Lee, Jr. "Bobby"
July 1, 1953 - January 13, 2024
Robert Lee Yoder Jr (Bobby), died peacefully at his home Friday, January 13, 2024. He was 70 years old. He had spent his last evening with his wife, Margaret, watching his beloved Indiana University Hoosiers thump the Minnesota Golden Gophers.
Born in La Plata, Puerto Rico, Bobby spent his youth in Bloomington, Indiana where his father was in graduate school. Those were fond memories for Bobby as he and his siblings would recall paper routes, biking, spelunking in caves and skateboarding. In 1968 the family relocated to Goshen that became, except for an eleven-year stint in Colorado, his true home. While he missed Bloomington, the move did give Bobby the opportunity to spend more time on his grandparents’ (Rudy and Mae Yoder) farm in Milford, where he became highly skilled at plowing, planting, harvesting and all of the necessary chores of a working farm.
At the age of 18 he and his closest friend from high school rode their motorcycles all the way to Costa Rica. They wanted to visit a girl who was living there while her parents hosted Study Service Trimester students from Goshen College. After enjoying this tropical paradise and the company of their friend’s family along with Costa Rican families who provided hospitality, Bobby headed back north, stopping in Honduras. His mother Dorothy had a relative residing there who arranged Bobby’s transport with his motorcycle, of course, on a banana boat headed for Gulfport, Mississippi. It was January then and he was able to get as far as Tupelo, Mississippi before the cold forced him call his father Bob Sr to ask for a ride home. Much later in his life, Bobby’s motorcycle traveled with him to Colorado and then also came back to Indiana when he and Margaret returned to his home state.
A soccer player in his younger years, with great memories and stories from Goshen’s Watertower FC soccer team, Bobby became a lifelong fan of sports, especially all things IU but also of Liverpool FC of English Premier League Soccer. Liverpool’s success in recent weeks, to gain the coveted first place position in their season standings, was a source of joy.
In work Bobby was meticulous at getting things right – measure twice, cut once – which led to a long and successful career at DJ Construction. He was Construction Site Superintendent for a number of local church projects, the Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary Library project in Elkhart as well as, most notably, the Interra Federal Credit Union building in downtown Goshen.
Bobby married late in life, but it was worth the wait. In 2007 he wed Dr. Margaret Loewen, a friend from college days, who brought two sons into the marriage. In addition to his wife, Bobby leaves behind his parents Robert and Dorothy Yoder of Goshen, stepsons Christopher Payne of Alamosa, Colorado and Loewen Payne (Meg) of Valparaiso and their three wonderfully rambunctious daughters Fiona, Jillian and Quinn. Additional survivors include his brother Ronald (Rhonda) Yoder of Nacogdoches, Texas, his sister Judith (Richard) Stern of Arlington, Virginia, and his brother Ted Yoder of Washington DC. His nephews and niece adored Bobby: Max Stern, Mexico City; Cora Stern, Washington DC; Nathaniel Stern, London, England; and Jackson Yoder, Washington DC.
A service for sharing of memories, pictures, stories and fellowship is planned at College Mennonite Church on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 in the Koinonia Room at 2 p.m. All who attend are requested to wear masks.
A later celebration of life will be held in the summer of 2024. Please notify the family of Bobby if you would like to have an invitation to this outdoor event.
In the coming days, weeks and months, let us remember an African proverb: “Say not in grief ‘he is no more’, but live in thankfulness that he was.”
Yoder, Rosanna "Rose" Yoder
December 10, 1948 - January 7, 2024
Rosanna "Rose" Yoder, 75, of Shipshewana, passed away on Sunday, January 7, [2024] at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. She was born on December 10, 1948, in Nappanee, to William D. and Mary (Miller) Yoder. On December 3, 1971, in Pleasant Grove Church in Elkhart County, she married C. Duane Yoder, he died November 2, 2021.
Surviving are two sons, Darrick L. Yoder and Corbett W. Yoder both of Shipshewana; granddaughter, Mickenzie A. Yoder of Murphysboro, TN; brother, Steven (Diane) Yoder of Saginaw, TX; two sisters-in-law, LaDonna Yoder of FL, Jayne Martin of Goshen.
She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; six brothers, Edwin, Marvin, Glen, Earl, Michael, and Wayne Yoder; three sisters, Mary Eicher, Anna Mae Yoder, and Clara Ferne Gerig.
Rosanna graduated from Nappanee High School in 1967 and later received her RN diploma from Parkview Methodist School of Nursing in 1970. She worked at Goshen General Hospital for three years, Middlebury Family Physicians (Beacon) for 42 years, and retired in May of 2019. Rose was a member of Living Hope Christian Fellowship. She enjoyed quilting, jigsaw puzzles, reading, playing dominos (tri-ominos) and table games.
Visitation will be from 4:00 - 8:00 pm on Friday, January 12, at Griner Church, 12418 CR 20 Middlebury. There will be one hour of visitation prior to the 10:00 am funeral services on Saturday, January 13, also at the church. Services will be conducted by the Living Hope Pastoral Team. Burial will be in Griner Cemetery, Middlebury. Memorials may be given to Gospel Echoes, World Missionary Press, or Living Hope Christian Fellowship.
Yoder, Ruth Naomi Martin
March 16, 1932 - August 23, 2024
Ruth Naomi Yoder, 92, Goshen, died 7:07 p.m. Friday, August 23, 2024, at her home. She was born March 16, 1932, in Elkhart County, to George & Berniece (Weldy) Martin. On October 3, 1954, she married Carl Edward Yoder, and he died November 19, 2015.
Surviving are 3 daughters, Bonnie (Jim) Gerber, Mishawaka, Charlotte (Gerd) Neumann, Goshen, Rebecca (Frank) Stichter, Goshen, 3 grandchildren, Beth, Jordanne (Daniel) & Justin and brother Earl Martin, Fort Wayne.
Preceding her in death are her parents, husband, Carl, a grandson, Christopher, and sister Mary Woodard.
Ruth was a 1950 graduate of Wakarusa High School. She was a homemaker and enjoyed making quilts. In addition, she worked at Peddler’s Village, the former Lucille’s Apparel, Goshen, as an invoice clerk and as an aide at Elkhart General Hospital. Ruth was a member of Olive Mennonite Church, where she taught Sunday School and Bible School, and was the church librarian for many years. She helped begin the Hudson Lake Mennonite Church, New Carlisle, where she also taught Sunday School and Bible School.
Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 pm Monday, August 26, 2024, and 1 hour prior to a 10:30 am service on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, all at Olive Mennonite Church, 61081 CR 3, Elkhart. Pastor Philip Leichty will officiate. A burial will follow at Olive (West) Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to Mennonite Central Committee, 1013 Division St., Goshen, IN 46528 or https://mcc.org/donate.
Rieth Rohrer Ehret Lienhart Funeral Home, Wakarusa, is handling arrangements.
Yoder, Sarah E. Troyer
October 24, 1928 - December 13, 2024
Sarah E. Yoder, age 96, died December 13, 2024 in Toto, North Judson, Indiana at the home of her daughter and son-in-law Paul and Kathleen Newcomer.
She was born October 24, 1928 to Eli J. and Anna (Christner) Troyer in LaGrange County.
On December 4, 1949 she married Henry B. Yoder in Fairview, Michigan. He preceded her in death June 30, 2013.
She was a member of Salem Mennonite Church where she taught Sunday school and Vacation Bible School for many years. She also taught school at Clinton Christian and Woodlawn school from 1975-1990. She thoroughly enjoyed those days and her students.
Surviving are two daughters, Kathleen (Paul) Newcomer of Toto, North Judson, Sarie (Ken) Miller of New Paris; a son Carl (Marcie) Yoder of Argyle, Texas; a son-in-law Ken (Beve) Sutter of Clarksville, Michigan; sixteen grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; five brothers Felty, Joseph, John, Samuel, and Jacob Troyer, and three sisters Annie Yoder, Lena Hochstetler, and Ella Bontrager.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Mary Lou Sutter; three great-grandsons, Ryder Sutter, Zak and Jack Newcomer; one brother, Daniel Troyer; four sisters, Elizabeth Schwartz, Mary Troyer, Susie Kuhns, and an infant sister.
Family and friends may call Tuesday, December 17, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8 at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home in Goshen and for one hour prior to the 11:00 a.m. funeral service on Wednesday, December 18 at Salem Mennonite Church. Pastors Terrill Yoder and Arlo Schmidt from Toto Mennonite Church will officiate.
Burial will follow at Salem Mennonite Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to Union Center Christian School.
Yoder, Susie D. Lehman
July 26, 1940 - September 21, 2024
Susie D. Yoder, 84, of Shipshewana (district: 37), died at 5:35 pm on Saturday, September 21, [2024] at her residence. She was born on July 26, 1940, in LaGrange, to Dan J. and Fannie (Troyer) Lehman. On November 6, 1958, in LaGrange, she married Monroe A. Yoder, he survives.
Survivors in addition to her husband are eight daughters, Esther (John L.) Yoder of Hillpoint, WI, Marilyn (Jesse L.) Yoder of Vienna, IL, Arlene (Daniel Ray) Beechy of Shipshewana, Katie (Dennis) Hochstetler of Shipshewana, Fannie (Richard) Bontrager of Topeka, Elsie (Tim) Ellison of Goshen, Elnora (Kenneth) Schlabach of Howe, Ruby (Jerry Lee) Miller of Shipshewana; eight sons, Calvin (Edna R.) Yoder of Shipshewana, Kenneth Yoder of Shipshewana, Dennis (Esther Ellen) Yoder of LaGrange, John (Elsie Arlene) Yoder of Shipshewana, Jerry (Mary) Yoder of Shipshewana, Monroe (Linda) Yoder Jr. of Howe, Mervin (Ruth Ann) Yoder of Shipshewana, Amos (Erin) Yoder of Goshen; 95 grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; 202 great-grandchildren; five step great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Miller of LaGrange, Katie Bontrager of Millersburg; two brothers, Noah Lehman of Middlebury, Daniel (Ada) Lehman of Shipshewana.
She was preceded in death by her parents; four grandchildren; two sisters, Elnora Lehman and Ida Beechy; six brothers, Elvie, Ervin, Ernest, John, Floyd, Mervin Lehman.
Susie was a homemaker and member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 1:00 pm Monday, September 23, and all-day Tuesday, September 24, at the Kenneth Yoder residence: 9415 W 100 S Shipshewana. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Wednesday, September 25, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Marvin Bontrager and the home ministers. Burial will be in Yoder Cemetery, Shipshewana. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Yoder, Titus Zion
September 13, 2024 - September 13, 2024
Titus Zion Yoder, infant son of Kevin Wade and Jeneva Kay (Yoder) Yoder, of Millersburg (district: 63-8), died at 5:12 am on Friday, September 13, [2024] at Goshen Hospital, following complications during birth.
Survivors in addition to his parents are brother, Trey Isaiah Yoder at home; grandparents, Devon and Sarah Yoder, DeWayne and Edna Fern Yoder both of Millersburg; great-grandparents, Lloyd and Katie Yoder of Millersburg, Olen and Treva Yoder of Goshen, LeeAndrew and LeAnna Yoder, Wilbur and Ada Fry both of Topeka.
Visitation will be from 1:00 - 3:00 pm on Monday, September 16 followed by a 3:00 pm funeral service at the Gary Troyer residence, 65147 CR 43, Millersburg. Services will be conducted by Bishop Freeman Miller and the home ministers of the Old Order Amish Church. Burial will be in Southeast Clinton Cemetery, Goshen.
Yoder, Wilbur LeRoy
June 28, 1944 - November 22, 2024
Wilbur LeRoy Yoder, 80, of Topeka, (district: 27), died at 6:45 pm on Friday, November 22, [2024] at his residence. He was born on June 28, 1944, in LaGrange, to Alvin and Mary Ann (Miller) Yoder. On December 12, 1963, he married Barbara Ellen Schlabach, she survives.
Survivors in addition to his wife are six daughters, Mary (David) Bontrager of Rome City, Wanda (Lester) Beechy of Wolcottville, LuElla (Ernest) Lehman of Ligonier, Joan (Vernon) Hochstetler of LaGrange, Lorene (Glen) Eicher of White Pigeon, MI, Dorothy (Menno Jr.) Bontrager of Topeka; three sons, Maynard (Ruby) Yoder of LaGrange, Harley Yoder of Shipshewana, Lavon (Mary) Yoder of Topeka; 55 grandchildren, four step grandchildren, 109 great-grandchildren; four brothers, Perry (Amanda) Yoder of Topeka, Levi (Esther) Yoder of Kimmell, Vernon (Cindy) Yoder of Wolcottville, Olen Yoder of LaGrange; four sisters, Catherine (Marvin) Schrock of Wolcottville, Mary Graber of LaGrange, Phyllis (Mervin) Yoder of Topeka, Wilma (Cornelius) Graber of LaGrange; brother-in-law, Raymond Miller of Topeka; sister-in-law, Linda Yoder Bontrager of Middlebury.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three grandsons, Matthew, Alvin and John Beechy; two great-granddaughters, Kari and Natalie Yoder; three brothers, Virgil, Richard, and Orval Yoder; sister, Irma Miller; brother-in-law, Henry Graber; five sisters-in-law, Anna Mae Yoder, Clara Yoder, Mary Yoder, Viola Yoder, Pauline Yoder.
Wilbur was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 23 and all-day Sunday, November 24 at the family residence, 4855 W. 700 S., Topeka. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Monday, November 25 also at the family residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Samuel Herschberger and the home ministers. Burial will be in Hawpatch Cemetery, Topeka.
Yordy, June Louise Davis
June 30, 1937 - January 24, 2024
June Louise Yordy, 86, of Goshen, IN, passed away January 24, 2024 with two of her daughters nearby. After a slow decline with dementia, she died quickly from an infection.
June was born to Gray and Bertha (Hanna) Davis in Chicago, IL, the youngest of nine siblings. She shared a special bond with her older sister Carole, who survives her. As a very quiet young girl, she and Carole became friends with a neighbor girl, Evelyn Yordy, who later invited them to church activities. June was baptized at the Mennonite Home Mission as a teenager. Later she reconnected with Evelyn’s older brother, James, when he returned from PAX service.
June married James Walter Yordy on June 9, 1956. They raised their family of five children in Lyons, IL while running a family trucking business, being faithful members of Lombard Mennonite Church, and being friends to many, often inviting them into their home for a meal. After bookkeeping for the family business, June worked as a church office administrator. After retirement, she and Jim moved to Tucson, AZ for 14 years. She moved to Goshen, IN in December 2017.
June is survived by her children, Janice (David) Yordy Sutter, daughter-in-law Patty Yordy, Jonathan (Jean) Yordy, Jill Yordy Stasch, Jeanne (Matt Baer) Yordy, 8 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandsons. She was preceded in death by her parents, James her husband of 59 years, an infant son Jack Davis Yordy, an adult son Jeffrey James Yordy, a granddaughter Josey Yordy Baer, a grandson Timothy Christian Sutter, and recently, a son-in-law, Michael Stasch.
June had many interests and gifts: playing Scrabble, making candles, taking daily walks in the neighborhood, hosting dinners and parties, making donuts for family and friends, hosting a weekly fun-filled Bible school for her children’s grade school friends, and traveling with Jim.
A memorial service, followed by a tea party, is planned for Saturday, March 9, 10:30 am (CST) at Lombard Mennonite Church, 528 E. Madison St., Lombard, IL 60148.
Yutzy, Lucy Schrock
June 15, 1929 - February 18, 2024
Lucy (Schrock) Yutzy, 94, of rural Arcola, Illinois passed away at 9:30 PM on Sunday, February 18, 2024 at her residence.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at the Sunnyside Mennonite Church, 1/8 mile east of Chesterville, Illinois. Rev. Larry Rocke will officiate. Burial will be in the Sunnyside Mennonite Church Cemetery.
Visitations will be held from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at the Sunnyside Mennonite Church, 1/8 mile east of Chesterville, Illinois (Arthur area). The Edwards Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
Lucy was born on June 15, 1929 to William B. and Elsie (Kauffman) Schrock. Lucy married Christian W Yutzy, son of William and Rachel (Stutzman) Yutzy on January 6, 1949 (Christian passed away Sept 24, 2017).
Survivors include: 3 children JoEllen, at home, Judith Elaine, married to Loyd Gingerich of Arcola, and Karen Kay, married to Ernest Gingerich, of Arcola; 1 daughter-in-law, Laura (Miller) Yutzy of Arthur. 7 grandchildren: Jonathan (Sharon) Gingerich, Heidi (Luke) Goss, Christopher (Cheryl) Gingerich, David (Kristin) Gingerich, Denise (Ryan) Herschberger, Sara Gingerich, and Dominic Gingerich; 2 step-grandchildren: Angela (Joshua) Bowman, and Alicia (Scott) Marner. 12 great-grandchildren: Bennett and Andre Gingerich; Keagan, Danielle, Russell, and Annette Gingerich; Jordyn and Zoey Gingerich; Lucy and Charles Goss; Kelsey and Grant Herschberger. 4 step-great-grandchildren: Anthony, Sophia and Remington Bowman; Abigail Marner. 2 sisters-in-law, Elsie (Yoder) Schrock, Gertie (Yutzy) Plank.
She was preceded in death by her husband Christian W Yutzy, her son, Roger William Yutzy, her parents William B and Elsie (Kauffman) Schrock, 3 brothers, Levi Schrock, Ben Schrock and his wife Lucy, Martin Schrock, 3 sisters, Ida Schrock, Katie Kaufman and her husband Melvin, Caroline Miller and her husband Eli William.
Lucy was a member of the Sunnyside Mennonite Church.
Zimmerly, Ila F. Long
January 9, 1938 - March 12, 2024
Ila F. Zimmerly, age 86, of Sterling, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at LifeCare Hospice in Wooster, following a brief period of declining health.
Ila was born on January 9, 1938, in Cavalier County, North Dakota, to the late Alfred and Rachel (Conat) Long. She graduated from International Falls Senior High in Minnesota in 1956 and then went on to graduate from Goshen College with a BA in education. She married Jacob D. Zimmerly on August 27, 1960, in International Falls, MN. Jacob passed away on January 1, 2018.
Ila loved children. She expressed this through becoming an elementary school teacher and having four children. She initially taught in Orrville for several years before taking a break to raise her family. She returned to teaching for 25 years at Sterling Elementary before her retirement.
After her retirement she volunteered for a decade at Ohio's Hospice LifeCare formerly known as Wayne County Hospice Care. She loved spending time and going out to lunch with her Sterling group, a group of retired teachers from Sterling Elementary School. She enjoyed quilting, playing solitaire, and getting her nails done. But most of all she delighted in her family and spending time with them as much as she could. She was her children’s number one fan at all their sporting events.
Ila was a lifelong member of Crown Hill Mennonite Church where she led singing, taught Sunday School and Bible School and made quilts for Women Serving Christ for the MCC Relief Sale.
Surviving are three sons, Terrence (Karen) Zimmerly of Iowa City, IA, Randall (Cynthia) Zimmerly of Shipshewana, IN, and Michael (Diane) Zimmerly of Kent; daughter, Joy (Brian) Ziegler of Sterling; 9 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; five siblings, Albert (Judy) Long, Hugh (Myrna) Long, Cynthia (Rodney) Milender, Ronald (Val) Long, Karen (Ralph) Ruelle, and Kenneth (Deborah) Long; four sisters-in-law, Bev Long, Mary Jo Long, Velma Shoup, and Twila Zimmerly; brother-in-law, Dennis (Lois) Zimmerly; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by siblings, William "Sweed" Long, infant brother, Theodore "Teddy" Long, Linda Tilander, Stanley Long, Dennis Long, Alfred "Junior" Long; brother-in-law, Wally Tilander; sisters-in-law, Karen Long, Linda Long, Evelyn Zimmerly, and Anna Detweiler.
Friends may call on Friday, March 15, 2024, at Crown Hill Mennonite Church, 9693 Benner Road, Rittman, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm and on Saturday, March 16, 2024 from 10:00 am to 10:45 am.
Services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, at the church, with Pastors Thomas Dunn and Dan Hooley officiating. Burial will take place at the Crown Hill Mennonite Cemetery in Rittman.
Memorials may be made to Crown Hill Mennonite Church 9693 Benner Road, Rittman, OH 44270 http://crownhillmennonite.com/.
Auble Funeral Home in Orrville is handling the arrangements.
Zimmerman, Allen L.
November 2, 1937 - April 19, 2024
Allen L. Zimmerman, 86, of East Earl, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024 in his residence. Born on November 2, 1937 in Terre Hill, he was the son of the late Isaac W. and Katie M. (Leinbach) Zimmerman. He was the husband of the late Suzie Z. (Weaver) Zimmerman, with whom he married on November 12, 1959 and shared 34 years of marriage until her passing on February 21,1993.
He was a member of Bowmansville Old Order Mennonite Church (Groffdale Conference) and was a farmer and enjoyed carpenter's work for many years.
Allen is survived by his 12 children, Vera (Amos) Hurst of Shippensburg, PA, Samuel (Lorene) Zimmerman of Dundee, NY, Elva (Earl) Hoover of Shelby, OH, Susan (Melvin) Hoover of Penn Yan, NY, Allen (Ellen) Zimmerman of Owen, WI, Arlene (Leonard) Newswanger of Morgantown, PA, Warren (Lois) Zimmerman of Owen, WI, Mary Zimmerman of Narvon, PA, Rhoda (Mervin) Shirk of East Earl, PA, Lamar (Grace) Zimmerman of Owen, WI, Miriam (Laverne) Weaver of Narvon, PA and Loretta (David) Zimmerman of Narvon, PA. Also surviving are 67 grandchildren; son-in-law Earl Horning of Owen, WI; 4 brothers, Irvin (Mabel) Zimmerman of Versailles, MO, Phares (Ada) Zimmerman of Millmont, PA, Rueben (Emma) Zimmerman of Barnett, MO and Jason (Ada Mae) Zimmerman of East Earl, PA and 2 sisters, Lucinda (Allen) Newswanger of New Holland, PA and Leah Martin of Shiloh, OH.
In addition to his wife and parents, he is preceded in death by a son, Elvin Zimmerman; daughters, Ellen Horning and Esther Mae Zimmerman, 3 grandsons, a granddaughter, a great-granddaughter and siblings, Amzie Zimmerman, Fannie Shirk, John I. Zimmerman and Christian Zimmerman.
A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 9:30 AM at Bowmansville Old Order Mennonite Church, Oaklyn Drive, Narvon, PA 17555 with Bishop Leon Zimmerman officiating. A Viewing will be held at the home of Rhoda and Mervin Shirk, 473 Brown Road, Narvon, PA 17555 on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery.
Zimmerman, David M.
January 14, 1936 - February 1, 2024
David M. Zimmerman, 88, of Ephrata, entered into rest on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at his residence.
He was born in West Earl Township to the late Harry and Lena Zimmerman and was the husband of the late Katie (Martin) Zimmerman, with whom he shared 11 years of marriage. He was then a widower of 48 years.
He was a member of Conestoga Mennonite Church (Groffdale Conference). David was a farmer and enjoyed his garden.
He is survived by five daughters, Mary Ann Zimmerman (Paul) of Ephrata, Lena Mae Zimmerman of Ephrata, Lois Martin (Aaron) of Ephrata, Lydia Jane Zimmerman (Jerry) of Martinsburg, Sara Etta Zimmerman of Ephrata, with whom he resided; one son, Paul D. Zimmerman (Martha Sauder); 27 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; four brothers, John Zimmerman (Anna Ruth) of Ephrata, Martin Zimmerman of Akron, Ivan Zimmerman and Paul (Joanne) Zimmerman, both of Ephrata; two sisters, Edna Martin (David) of East Earl and Lydia Martin (Thomas) of Mifflinburg.
In addition to his parents and wife, David was preceded in death by two infant daughters; a granddaughter; a sister, Anna Zimmerman; a brother, Reuben Zimmerman; two sisters-in-law, Martha Zimmerman and Gladys Zimmerman.
A viewing will be held on Friday, February 9, 2024, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM, at the residence, 509 S. Farmersville Road, Ephrata. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 9:00 AM, at the residence, with further services at 9:30 AM, from Conestoga Mennonite Church, 313 N Farmersville Rd., Ephrata, with Bishop Ammon Weaver officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.
Kindly omit flowers.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Zimmerman, Elmer S.
December 13, 1941 - October 24, 2024
Elmer S. Zimmerman, 82, of Manheim passed away at home on Thursday, October 24, 2024. Born in Ephrata, he was the son of the late Moses H. and Lizzie (Shirk) Zimmerman. He was the husband of the late Emma N. (Zimmerman) Zimmerman who passed away in 2021. Elmer was a retired farmer, truck driver and construction worker. He was a member of Clearview Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.
Elmer is survived by 9 sons: Harlan, husband of Lorraine (Martin) Zimmerman of Lebanon; Ronald, husband of Fern (Martin) Zimmerman of Ephrata; Elmer, husband of Glenda (Hoover) Zimmerman of Manheim; Richard, husband of Luann (Horst) Zimmerman of Narvon; Roy, husband of Suzanne (Horst) Zimmerman of Denver; Robert, husband of Loretta (Martin) Zimmerman of New Providence; John, husband of Joy (Bange) Zimmerman of Lititz; Gary, husband of Joanna (Stevens) Zimmerman of Stevens and David Zimmerman of Manheim; 2 daughters: Esther Mae, wife of Larry Shirk of Goshen, IN; and Mary Jane, wife of Mike Beiler of Fredericksburg, 37 grandchildren and 42 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by 4 brothers, Henry S. Zimmerman, husband of Katie, Lititz; Moses S. Zimmerman husband of Wilma, Kutztown; Levi S. Zimmerman husband of Verna, Ephrata and Ammon S. Zimmerman husband of Irene, Tennessee.
He was preceded in death by a brother: Paul S. Zimmerman and 2 sisters: Emma Wood and Edna Burkholder.
A viewing will be held Monday, October 28, 2024, from 5:00 PM 8:00 PM at Midway Reception Center, 210 East Lexington Road, Lititz. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 9:30 AM at Clearview Mennonite Church, 90 N. Esbenshade Rd., Manheim. Interment will take place in Clearview Mennonite Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Buch Funeral Home, Manheim.
Zimmerman, Emma B. Weaver
June 4, 1938 - July 10, 2024
Emma B. Zimmerman, 86, entered into rest at her home, on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. Born in Ephrata, she was the daughter of the late Phares M. and Anna Mary (Burkholder) Weaver. She was married for 24 years to Elam Z. Zimmerman until his passing on August 20, 1983.
Emma was a homemaker and a member of the Millway Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.
She is survived by seven children, Landis, husband of Esther (Nolt) Zimmerman of Ephrata, Clair, husband of Grace (Martin) Zimmerman of Lititz, Leonard, husband of Edith (Burkholder) Zimmerman of Ephrata, Marie, wife of Mark Weaver of Lititz, Nevin, husband of Alma (Martin) Zimmerman of Lititz, Elam Ray, husband of Karen (Burkholder) Zimmerman of Ephrata, Harold, husband of Minerva (Nolt) Zimmerman of Ephrata; forty-seven grandchildren; fifty-nine great-grandchildren; four sisters, Alta Shirk, of Holland, KY, Lena Zimmerman of Lititz, Verna, wife of David Newswanger of New Holland, Luella, wife of Isaac Kulp of Hodgdon, ME; one brother, Phares, husband of Mary Ella Weaver of Ephrata; a sister-in-law, Emma Weaver of Versailles, MO; two brothers-in-law, Aaron, husband of Mary Martin of Martinsburg, PA and Noah, husband of Elizabeth Zeiset of Stanley, WI.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by four sisters, Lydia Horst, Anna Martin, Miriam Zeiset, infant Amy Weaver; four brothers, Edwin Weaver, Irvin Weaver, Nelson Weaver, an infant brother; two sisters-in-law, Mary Weaver, Ada Weaver; three brothers-in-law, Levi Shirk, Aaron Zimmerman, Milton Horst; a stillborn granddaughter, Christine Marie Weaver, and a stillborn great-grandson, Gabriel Ashton Zimmerman.
The family wishes to express their thanks to the nurses from Hospice and Community Care for their loving care and support. Also, to Kendra Zimmerman and Megan Martin of Anabaptist Care Links, and caregivers, Anna Martin, Katie Shirk, Alex Stoll, and Jennifer Byler.
A viewing will be held on Sunday, July 14, 2024, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM, at the residence of Mark Weaver, 27 East Burkholder Drive, Lititz. A funeral service will be held on Monday, July 15, 2024, at 9:30 AM, at the Millway Mennonite Church, 271 Middle Creek Road, Lititz, with Bishop Ammon Weaver officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery.
Kindly omit flowers.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Zimmerman, Gary Lindan
December 29, 2015 - August 12, 2024
Funeral services for Gary Lindan Zimmerman, 8 of Bokoshe, Oklahoma will be at 10:00am on Monday, August 12, 2024 at Calvary Church in Panama, Oklahoma burial will follow at the Bokoshe Mennonite Cemetery in Bokoshe, Oklahoma under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Spiro, Oklahoma. Viewing hours will be 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm Sunday at the Calvary Church in Panama, Oklahoma.
Gary is survived by his parents, Edward and Suzanne Zimmerman; sister, Nicole, Serena, and Bethany; brothers, Tristan, Craig, Conner, Arliss, and Grant; grandparents, Donald Zimmerman and Eli and June Sensenig. He was preceded in death his grandmother, Ida Zimmerman and his aunt, Jane Sensenig.
Gary spent the first 4 years of his life in the Tunas, Missouri, area. Gary was born a twin to Grant, on December 29, 2015 in Bolivar, Missouri . Gary liked to make sure they dressed alike and they avoided being separated if at all possible. In 2020, the family moved to Bokoshe, where Gary enjoyed helping stock shelves and snitch candy from his big brother Tristan's "Big T Discount Grocery". He also enjoyed helping siblings and his Daddy tend to eight broiler barns and riding the side-by-side was a great delight, also taking bicycles apart and patching them together again.
Gary gave up many things he enjoyed after being diagnosed with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia on April 8, 2024. He spent 25 days in various hospital stays at Oklahoma City’s Children's Hospital as he received chemotherapy. He and Grant could still build Lego stuff together at clinic visits and at home when Gary was too sick and tired to play outdoors. Gary was very brave through the procedures and needles and never complained. Chemo took a severe toll on his body; he dreaded the harsh treatments ahead and once said "... I wish I could go to Heaven..." On August 7, 2024, his wish was granted. The family, through "red eyes and black skies" looks forward to joining him there some sweet day. The family wants to thank Bokoshe Mennonite Church, Calvary Church, and all the local friends and neighbors for their loving prayer, support, and kindnesses.
Zimmerman, Harvey R.
June 18, 1944 - December 15, 2024
Harvey R. Zimmerman, 80, of Ephrata, went to be with the Lord on December 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in East Earl, he was the son of late Harvey B. and Alice H. (Good) Zimmerman.
He was the loving husband of Mary Jane (Groff) Zimmerman, with whom he shared 60 years of marriage.
Harvey was a member of Petra Church and was a self-employed home builder and remodeler, previously in a partnership, Zimmerman Zeiset Builder. He enjoyed hunting and spending time at the family cabin in Huntingdon County and going on the annual family camping trip to Knoebels. He enjoyed going to gospel music gatherings, spending time with his family and was a very faithful Christian.
Harvey is survived by his wife, Mary Jane, children, Donna wife of Neal Zimmerman, Deb wife of Barry Herman, Delbert husband of Rhonda (Walshaw) Zimmerman, Denise Kattau and Dana wife of Addison Waite, 13 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Also surviving are siblings, Mary Jane (Allen) Kurtz, LeRoy (Lillian) Zimmerman, Joyce (Sam) Kulp, Mahlon (Carol) Zimmerman, Richard (Betty) Zimmerman, Leonard (Miriam) Zimmerman, Henry (Sharon) Zimmerman, Margaret (Earl) Martin, Sandra Nolt, and Linford (Kim) Zimmerman.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his grandson, Chad Michael Herman and siblings, Janet (Tom) Frame, Gene (Faye) Zimmerman, Pauline (Larry) Martin and Curvin (Lois) Zimmerman.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, December 20, 2024 at 10:30 AM at Petra Church, 565 Airport Road, New Holland, PA 17557. A Viewing will be held for one hour prior to the service on Friday and on Thursday, December 19, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the church. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Petra Church Missions at the address above.
Groff High Funeral Home in New Holland is entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Zimmerman, Janean Nolt
June 6, 2024 - June 6, 2024
Janean Nolt Zimmerman, infant daughter of Jonathan and Sarah (Nolt) Zimmerman passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by four siblings, Kimberly, Landon, Josiah and Lauren.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at 10 AM, at Groffdale Frame Mennonite Church Cemetery, Leola, PA.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Zimmerman, Joanne Ruth Baer
May 7, 1937 - August 24, 2024
Joanne Ruth (Baer) Zimmerman of Unity, aged eighty-seven years, three months, seventeen days, entered her eternal rest on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024.
Joanne was born in Cumberland County, Penn., on May 7, 1937, to Mervin and Fannie (Rife) Baer. She was the second of their five daughters, who were followed by six sons. At a young age Joanne accepted Christ as her Savior, and was baptized into the Mennonite church.
On September 29, 1956, she married Marlin Zimmerman, also of Pennsylvania, and they settled into a little trailer near the hospital where he was serving his 1-W service. Four years later they loaded all their earthly possessions and their three young daughters and headed across the country to McBride, British Columbia, to support the fledgling congregation there. Five sons and two more daughters joined the family in the sixteen years they spent in Canada. In June of 1976, they left British Columbia and settled on a farm along Oak Grove Road in Unity. They continued as members of the Unity Mennonite Church until their deaths.
On May 26, 2015, Marlin passed away of cancer. Marlin and Joanne were married for almost 59 years. Joanne continued living as a widow in their trailer on her son’s property for nine more years. Though her mobility steadily decreased, she enjoyed a very clear mind right to the end. Her faithful example and her prayers will be missed by many.
She is survived by five sons and five daughters: Dorcas (Donald) Brandt of Tolstoi, Manitoba, Susan (Dwight) Troyer of Unity, Ellen (Larry) Beachy of Unity, Nathan (Leanna) of Kewaunee, Margaret (Paul) Martin of Denmark, Robert (Mabel) of High Bridge, Phyllis (Norman) Reinford of Chana, Ill.; Gerald (Ramona) of San Andreas, Calif.; Donald (Miriam) of Unity and John (Marian) of Wautoma; ninety-one grandchildren, two hundred sixty-three great-grandchildren, four brothers: Larry, Dennis, John and Allen; and three sisters: Joyce Zimmerman, Faye Peachy and Marilyn Witmer. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marlin; her sister, Jean; two brothers: Leon and James; two sons-in-law: Larry Beachy and Dwight Troyer; two grandsons and several great-grandchildren.
Calling hours will be at the Unity Mennonite Church on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2 p.m.-4 p.m. and 6 p.m.-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the Green Grove Fellowship Center on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in the Unity Mennonite Church cemetery.
The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Colby is entrusted with the arrangements.
Zimmerman, John M.
November 29, 1933 - June 24, 2024
John M. Zimmerman, 90, of Ephrata, passed away on Monday, June 24, 2024, at Fairmount Homes. He was born in East Earl to the late Harry and Lena (Martin) Zimmerman and was the husband of Ruth (Snyder) Zimmerman.
He was a member of Groffdale Mennonite Church, Leola. John was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. He also enjoyed tennis and ice hockey; he was a 30-year season ticket holder for the Hershey Bears. A world traveler, he had favorite stops in China, Africa, Russia, and Australia. John was the co-owner of Sunline Coach Company and was a board member on both the Pennsylvania Recreational Vehicle Camping Association and the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association.
In addition to his wife, John is survived by four sons, R. Dale, husband of Jere Zimmerman, Richard Zimmerman, husband of Lisa Freese, J. Clair, husband of Dawn Zimmerman, Brian, husband of Tory Zimmerman; six grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; five siblings, Martin Zimmerman, Ivan Zimmerman, Paul, husband of JoAnn Zimmerman, Edna, wife of David Martin and Lydia, wife of Thomas Martin.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a great-granddaughter; a sister Anna Zimmerman; two brothers, Reuben Zimmerman and David Zimmerman.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2024, from 9 to 11 AM at the Groffdale Mennonite Church, 168 N. Groffdale Rd., Leola. Funeral services will follow at 11 AM, at the church, with Pastor Tom Eshleman officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in John's memory may be made to American Heart Association, Lancaster Division, 4250 Crums Mill Rd., Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17112.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Zimmerman, Jon Derek
October 19, 2024 - October 19, 2024
Jon Derek Zimmerman, stillborn son of Ervin N. and Amy H. (Leid) Zimmerman of Ephrata, was born October 19, 2024, at UPMC Lititz.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by five siblings: Lynelle, Rosann, Lee Ervin, Jay Lynn, and Jolene, maternal grandparents Titus and Mabel Leid, paternal grandparents Ervin and Ella Mae Zimmerman, and maternal great-grandparents, Lizzie Leid and Melvin and Naomi Horst.
Burial was held at Martindale Mennonite Cemetery with Bishop Leon Zimmerman officiating. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements.
Zimmerman, Jordan Dallas
December 8, 1992 - January 15, 2024
Jordan Dallas Zimmerman, 31, of Lewisburg, entered into rest at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 15, 2024, in Lykens Township, Dauphin County, due to injuries sustained in a work accident.
He was born Dec. 8, 1992, in Danville, a son of John and Jewell (Byler) Zimmerman of Turbotville. On May 28, 2022, he married the former Alisha B. Wenger, who survives.
Jordan was a member of the Millmont Mennonite Church where he was active with the Bible Club for community children and teens.
He owned and operated JZ Services, specializing in liquid waste hauling.
Jordan enjoyed working, reading, serving others, and especially spending time with his family.
Surviving in addition to his wife and parents, are one son, Kendrick Wade Zimmerman; three brothers, Justin (Lynnae) Zimmerman of Mixcoloja, Guatemala, Jason (Mindy) Zimmerman of Danville, and Jay Zimmerman of Turbotville; and two sisters, Joy Zimmerman of Mixcoloja, Guatemala, and Janelle Zimmerman of Turbotville.
Family and friends are welcome from 1 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19, and from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, at the Millmont Mennonite Church, 1250 Millmont Road, where the service will be conducted at 10, with Millmont Ministry officiating.
Burial will be in the Millmont Mennonite Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Millmont Mennonite Church Bible Club, c/o: Ryan Hostetler, 3965 Pheasant Ridge Road, Lewisburg, PA 17837.
Funeral arrangements are by Roupp Funeral Home, Inc., 8594 Old Turnpike Road, Mifflinburg.
Zimmerman, Kendrew David
February 5, 2024 - February 15, 2024
Kendrew David Zimmerman, age 10 days, of Dorchester, son of Leland and Carolyn Zimmerman was born on Feb. 5, 2024 in Clark County, Wisconsin. He was born with Trisomy 13 and spent his first six days in the hospital. He then came home with oxygen and a feeding tube and was lovingly cared for and cuddled the remainder of his days.
Services were held at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 19, 2024 at Popple Ridge Mennonite Church in Dorchester, Wisconsin. Kenneth Zimmerman, Jerry Brubaker, Michael Martin and Virgil Martin officiated. Burial was in the Popple Ridge Mennonite Cemetery in Dorchester, Wisconsin. Charles Zimmerman and Lynnford Oberholtzer served as pallbearers.
Visitation was from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024 at Green Grove Fellowship Center.
Kendrew is survived by his parents; his four siblings, Lyndon, Katrisha, Jevon and Charity of Dorchester; grandparents, Charles and Marilyn Zimmerman of Arbela, Mo. and Lynnford and Marlene Oberholtzer of Rutledge, Mo.; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by an uncle, Sheldon Paul Zimmerman.
The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford is assisting the family with arrangements.
Zimmerman, Melvin G.
August 4, 1940 - September 27, 2024
Melvin G. Zimmerman, 84, of Richland went to be with the Lord on Friday September 27, 2024. Melvin was born in Lancaster County on August 4, 1940, a son of the late John Jacob and Lena Zimmerman. He was a member of the Richland Mennonite Church and resided at Richland Christian Home on 211 S. Race St., Richland.
He is survived by five sons: Stanley, husband of Ella Mae (Oberholzer) Zimmerman, Lebanon; Nevin, husband of Colleen (Weaver) Zimmerman, Newmanstown; Michael, husband of Naomi (Martin) Zimmerman, Lebanon; Curtis, husband of Keturah (Swartzentruber) Zimmerman, Myerstown; Dwight, husband of Faith (Weaver) Zimmerman, Thompson Falls, MT; three daughters: Eva Jane, wife of Nelson G. Martin, Myerstown; Beth, wife of Wesley Miller, New Oxford; Lori, wife of Glenn Martin, Myerstown; 34 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; a brother: Ernest Zimmerman, husband of Anna Ruth, of Belle Rive, IL; four sisters: Mary Jane, wife of the late Harry Martin, Myerstown; Miriam, wife of Harold Good, Stevens; Martha, wife of Lloyd Snyder, Fredericksburg; Erma, wife of Clair Martin, Myerstown.
He was preceded in death by his wife Kathryn; 4 brothers; 1 sister and 3 grandchildren.
Viewing will be on Thursday, October 3, 2024 in the Fairview Reception Center, 141 Jackson Rd., Lebanon from 1-3pm and 5-8pm. The funeral service will be Friday, October 4, 2024 in the Richland Mennonite Church, 399 N. Race. St., Richland at 10:00am. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Richland Christian Home.
Zimmerman, Oaklyn R.
August 22, 2024 - August 22, 2024
Oaklyn R. Zimmerman, infant daughter of Jay and Linda (Reiff) Zimmerman, of Greenwich, was born at the Pomerene Hospital on Thursday, August 22, 2024 and lived for five hours before going home to be with Jesus.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by a sister and two brothers, Brooke, Trenton and Wyatt; paternal grandparents, Alvin and Norma Zimmerman of Greenwich; and maternal grandparents, Paul and Anna Reiff of Shiloh.
She was preceded in death by her uncle, Kevin Zimmerman and cousin, Joash Martin.
Graveside services will be held at the Clear Creek Mennonite Church, 665 TR 1101, Ashland, OH on Saturday, August 24, at 1:30 PM with Bishop Paul Zimmerman officiating.
A special thank you to the staff at Pomerene Hospital for their excellent care you provided.
Zimmerman, Thelma M. Good
May 2, 1942 - July 7 2024
Thelma M. Zimmerman, 82, of Lititz, entered peacefully into the presence of Jesus her Savior on Sunday, July 7, 2024 at UPMC Hospital, Lititz. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Lewis and Helen Erb Good. Thelma was the loving wife of Lester L. Zimmerman and they would have observed their 63rd wedding anniversary in September of this year.
As a pastor's wife, Thelma assisted Lester with his ministry throughout the years. She was a faithful and active member of Erb Mennonite Church, Lititz, where she served as Sunday school teacher and was active with Sewing Circle. She enjoyed playing board games, doing word puzzles, and hosting family gatherings. Thelma had a deep and abiding passion for her family. She cherished all the time she could spend with her husband, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. One of her greatest joys was being surrounded by the family she loved.
Surviving in addition to her husband Lester, is a son, Michael S., husband of Marlene Zimmerman of Lititz, three daughters: Cheryl, wife of Terry Gingrich of Lititz, Krista, wife of Jesse Long of Annville, Brenda, wife of Josh Yunginger of Schaefferstown, 16 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and three sisters: Henrietta, wife of Leon Shirk of New Holland, Carolyn, wife of Allen Glick of McAlisterville, Charlotte, wife of Dale Hoover of Lebanon.
Preceding her in death is a daughter, Lisa Dawn Zimmerman.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Thelma's funeral service at the Erb Mennonite Church, 567 West Lexington Road, Lititz, on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 10:00 AM. There will be a viewing at the church on Friday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM with additional viewing on Saturday morning from 9:00 AM until the time of the service. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery.
Zimmerman, Thomas
June 20, 2024 - June 20, 2024
Thomas Zimmerman, stillborn June 20, 2024, son of Lester and Joanna (Burkholder) Zimmerman, of Ephrata.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother, Leslee Zimmerman; a sister, Jenna Zimmerman, both at home; maternal grandparents, Paul and Mary Ann Burkholder of New Holland; paternal grandparents Curvin and Susan Zimmerman of Ephrata.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at 9 AM, at Conestoga Old Order Mennonite Church Cemetery, 313 N. Farmersville Rd., Ephrata.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Zimmerman, Titus S.
March 31, 1938 - April 30, 2024
Titus S. Zimmerman, 86, of Narvon, passed away on April 30, 2024 in his residence.
Born on March 31, 1938, in Earl Township, he was the son of the late Noah S. and Lizzie N. (Sauder) Zimmerman.
He was the husband of Mary Elizabeth (Zimmerman) Zimmerman with whom he shared 63 years of marriage.
He was a member of Churchtown Mennonite Church (Groffdale Conference) and he was a retired farmer.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, John David Zimmerman of East Earl, Carl Eugene (Linda) Zimmerman of New Holland and Calvin (Marian) Zimmerman of Chula, MO, 6 daughters, Vera Jane (Lavern) Newswanger of Morgantown, Mary Beth (David) Horst of Penn Yan, NY, Priscilla (Lamar) Shirk of Thorp, WI, Linda (John Aaron) Shirk of Barnett, MO, Esther Mae (Ivan) Sensenig of Narvon and Janice (Mervin) Hoover of Denver, daughter-in-law, Cheryl Zimmerman of East Waterford, 68 grandchildren, 53 great grandchildren, 2 brothers, Leroy Zimmerman and Noah (Ella) Zimmerman, 3 sisters, Alta (John) Weaver, Anna Mary Hoover, Esther (Alvin) Horst, brother-in-law, Raymond Burkholder, sister-in-law, Mary Ella Zimmerman.
He was preceded in death by a son, Steven Lynn Zimmerman, 2 great granddaughters, 2 brothers, Ivan and David Zimmerman, sister, Mabel Burkholder, brother-in-law, Leroy Hoover and sisters-in-law, Verna Zimmerman and Ruth Zimmerman.
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 9:30 AM at Churchtown Mennonite Church, 2207 Main Street, Narvon PA 17555 with Bishop Leon Zimmerman officiating. A Viewing will be held at the late home, 182 S. Poole Forge Road, Narvon, PA 17555 on Friday, May 3, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery.
Kindly omit flowers.
C. Stanley Eckenroth Home for Funerals in Terre Hill is entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Zimmerman, Titus W.
December 14, 1943 - November 16, 2024
Titus W. Zimmerman, 80, of 1012 W. Quarry Road, New Holland, passed away at home on Saturday, November 16, 2024.
He was the husband of Anna (Leinbach) Zimmerman. Born in New Holland, he was the son of the late Christian B. and Florence (Weaver) Zimmerman.
Titus was a retired farmer and a member of the Weaverland Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.
Surviving besides his wife are two sons, Raymond husband of Ella Mae (Reiff) Zimmerman of New Holland, and John husband of Mary Ann (Reiff) Zimmerman of Canandaigua, NY; four daughters, Alta wife of Earl Ray Zimmerman of Ephrata, Laura wife of Floyd Stauffer of Stevens, Arlene wife of John Hoover of Ephrata, and Mary wife of Curvin Reiff of Leola; 33 grandchildren, 54 great grandchildren; two brothers, Earl husband of Minerva Zimmerman of Memphis, MO, and Luke Zimmerman of Barnett, MO; three sisters, Leah Zimmerman of Barnett, MO, Ruth Zimmerman of Martinsburg, PA, and Martha wife of David Zimmerman of Quarryville; and a brother-in-law, Lloyd Stauffer of Dundee, NY.
He was preceded in death by sisters Nora Reiff and Etta Stauffer and by a brother-in-law, Aaron Zimmerman.
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, November 22, at 9:30 A.M. at the Weaverland Mennonite Church, 1120 Weaverland Road, East Earl, PA with Bishop Marvin Nolt officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. Viewings will be held at the late home on Thursday from 2:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Arrangements by the Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, PA.
Zook, Bradley Dale
August 5, 2009 - February 20, 2024
Bradley Dale Zook, of 14040 Burkhart Road, Orrville, Ohio, was born on August 5, 2009 in Athens, WI. He was pronounced dead at the scene of a tractor accident approximately half a mile from his home on February 20, 2024 at the age of 14 years, 6 months, 11 days. He was the son of Raymond L. and Brenda M. (Martin) Zook.
He is survived by his parents, 3 brothers - Richard 21 years, Wendall 19 years, Duane 3 years, and 3 sisters - Beth 16 years, Janice 11 years, Glenda 8 years, all of the home; his paternal grandmother, Mattie Zook of Zanesville, Ohio; and maternal grandparents, Alvin and Sylvia Martin of Athens, WI.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Jacob Zook, and a cousin on his father's side of the family.
Calling hours will be held at the County Line Mennonite Church, 19199 Church Road, Dalton, Ohio, on Sunday, February 25 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Funeral services will be held at the same place on Monday, February 26 at 10:00 am. Burial will be at the Maple Hill Mennonite Church Cemetery, 9685 Mennonite Road, Rittman, Ohio.
The family wishes to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to all who supported us during this difficult time! The many meals, flowers, cards, and tokens of love that we received, some from people we have never met or ever known, have nearly overwhelmed us! We feel so unworthy, and yet it is very healing and strengthening to feel the love and support. We are thankful to God for loaning Bradley to us for 14 1/2 years! We would gladly have kept him longer, but God has asked us to return him and we rejoice that with confidence we can return him to the arms of Jesus. We simply say with Job, the Lord hath given and the Lord hath taken away. Blessed be the name of the Lord.